Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, salt, cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger, and cloves. Set aside.
In a large bowl, beat together sugar and butter until light and fluffy. Add pumpkin puree, egg, and vanilla extract, and beat until combined.
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
In a small bowl, mix together the sugar and cinnamon for the coating.
Roll the dough into 1.5-inch balls, then roll each ball in the cinnamon sugar mixture. Place on prepared baking sheets about 2 inches apart.
Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are set and the tops are slightly cracked. Cool on baking sheets for 5 minutes, then transfer to wire racks to cool completely.